Polypropylene Drainage Pipe for the TXDOT Anahuac Maintenance Section

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is soliciting bids for polypropylene drainage pipes for the Anahuac Maintenance Section through Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 601330000044293. The procurement specifically seeks 300 units of 48-inch polypropylene drainage pipes, with example specifications referencing ADS Inc. 48650020IBPL1 or equivalent TxDOT-approved products. The solicitation requires vendors to submit bids through the Bonfire system, with a bid opening date of July 29, 2025, and a close date of August 13, 2025, at 3:00 PM Central Time. Vendors must adhere to strict Department Materials Specification (DMS-4710) requirements, which include comprehensive qualification procedures for manufacturers involving detailed documentation on material properties, durability design, and compliance with AASHTO standards. The bid will be evaluated based on the lowest price and the respondent's ability to meet all specified requirements, with delivery to be made to the TxDOT Anahuac Maintenance Section located at 503 N Ross Sterling, Anahuac, TX 77514. The deadline for submitting questions is August 4, 2025, with TxDOT's responses to be posted by August 6, 2025, and a tentative contract award date of August 15, 2025.

The procurement includes several preferences and set-aside provisions, with priority given to Texas-produced goods, USA-produced supplies, and businesses owned by service-disabled veterans. Vendors must comply with HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) requirements and E-Verify employment eligibility verification. Two primary manufacturers are pre-qualified for this procurement: Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. and Prinsco, Inc. The solicitation includes an optional Early Payment Program that allows vendors to receive faster payments with potential discounts. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement involves 300 units of specialized drainage pipes. Vendors must also complete a Texas Family Code Schedule, disclosing ownership information and ensuring compliance with child support obligations. The state reserves the right to conduct random sampling and testing of materials from approved manufacturers, with potential for direct sampling from manufacturing plants to verify compliance with DMS-4710 standards.